Dietary Manager

Fairmont Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Watson (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Supportive leadership

Training and professional development

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Meaningful difference in residents' L?

Job summary

Fairmont Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is seeking a dedicated Dietary Manager to lead the dietary department and ensure nutritious, high-quality meals for residents. You’ll oversee operations, train staff, and collaborate with nursing to align resident diets with medical needs.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, organization, and a commitment to food safety in a long-term care setting. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this full-time position in Fairmont, WV.

Qualifications

• Previous dietary or food service experience.
• Supervisory or management experience preferred
• Long-term care or healthcare experience is a plus
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to lead and motivate a team
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Dependable, professional, and detail-oriented
• Someone who genuinely enjoys working with and caring for seniors

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the dietary department
• Lead, train, and support dietary staff
• Create and manage staff schedules
• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to menus and resident dietary needs
• Work closely with nursing and clinical staff regarding resident diets, preferences, and nutritional needs
• Monitor food quality, presentation, portion sizes, and meal service
• Manage food ordering, inventory, and proper food storage
• Maintain high standards for sanitation, cleanliness, and food safety
• Ensure compliance with facility policies and applicable regulations
• Address resident concerns and help create a positive dining experience
• Assist with staff education and ongoing department development

Skills

Food service experience

Team leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Job description

Join us as a Dietary Manager!

Fairmont Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Full-Time

Are you a food service professional who enjoys leading a team and making a difference in the lives of others? Fairmont Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is looking for a dedicated and dependable Dietary Manager to join our team!

In this role, you’ll oversee the daily operations of our dietary department while helping ensure our residents receive nutritious, high-quality meals and an enjoyable dining experience.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the daily operations of the dietary department

• Lead, train, and support dietary staff

• Create and manage staff schedules

• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to menus and resident dietary needs

• Work closely with nursing and clinical staff regarding resident diets, preferences, and nutritional needs

• Monitor food quality, presentation, portion sizes, and meal service

• Manage food ordering, inventory, and proper food storage

• Maintain high standards for sanitation, cleanliness, and food safety

• Ensure compliance with facility policies and applicable regulations

• Address resident concerns and help create a positive dining experience

• Assist with staff education and ongoing department development

What We’re Looking For

• Previous dietary or food service experience

• Supervisory or management experience preferred

• Long-term care or healthcare experience is a plus

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Ability to lead and motivate a team

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

• Dependable, professional, and detail-oriented

• Someone who genuinely enjoys working with and caring for seniors

Why Join Fairmont?

• Competitive pay

• Comprehensive benefits

• Supportive leadership

• Training and professional development

• Opportunities for career growth

• Collaborative and welcoming work environment

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in our residents' daily lives

We’d love to hear from you!
130 Kaufman Dr
Fairmont, WV 26554
Phone: [phone]